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I’ve had my heart broken a few times over the years and thought that once I got married the heart break would be over. Fast forward to 2010: I have been married for seven years, have two beautiful babies, and a career. I am not what, anyone who knows me, would call a vulnerable woman. However, here I find myself once again, near Valentine’s Day nonetheless, with a broken heart. This time, it’s for real.
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Working out takes motivation, self discipline, vigor, and of course a great playlist. Get moving with these energizing songs.
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Down on 18th Street in Homewood, taut legging-ed bodies trot in to a new workout studio. An hour later, they emerge smiling, maybe a little sweaty for the wear. The Pure Barre craze is taking over Birmingham, and owners Danielle Davis and Lindsay Lancaster couldn't be happier. "It's easy to back up something that works," Lindsay says.
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Healthy people are positive and take responsibility for their health, they exercise, they are not drunks, they have 'me' time, and more.
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Living a heart-smart lifestyle involves much more than a diet, it is a lifestyle of choosing healthy foods, engaging in regular physical activity, maintaining a healthy weight and eliminating unhealthy habits.
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Yes, in those moments I felt like the sexiest woman alive. Perhaps Reese Witherspoon was right after all.
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A couple of weeks ago I would have called this idea of diet and exercise beginning during the holidays sac relig. Why would I deprive myself of the most gluttonous time of the year? So why the sudden motivation? A recent trip to The Summit knocked the festive food right out of me.
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People complain about their health on a daily basis - they need to lose weight, they need to build muscle, they need to improve their heart rate, they need more energy, and the list goes on. start with just one simple lesson we learned when we were children: An apple a day keeps the doctor away.
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People complain about their health on a daily basis - they need to lose weight, they need to build muscle, they need to improve their heart rate, they need more energy, and the list goes on. start with just one simple lesson we learned when we were children: An apple a day keeps the doctor away.
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Cleansing, juicing, healthy eating, these seem to be the catchphrases of our warm weather preparations. Spring break is right around the corner, and I have full intentions of working hard now to make the fabulous summer dress transition not nearly as hard.
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Of course we all know that if you are watching your weight and trying to stay healthy, cooking at home is your best option. But it is so much fun to go out to lunch or dinner and if you are in a hurry, picking something up is such a breeze. Check out these healthy local spot options from Studio Fitness Owner, Haley Young.
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Need some motivation to keep your New Year's workout resolution? Here's a great exercise you can do at home! Plus, you can win three months of training from CrossFit Hoover!
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As I start my third week of Birmingham Boot Camp, I hear Mary Zarate shout a constant “order” each time we move to the next workout. “Tighten those abs.” Burpies, push-ups, squats, and even while running, tightening your abs is a must.
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It's War. It is YOU vs. the holiday weight gain. The way to win this battle is to be prepared and fight. Welcome to Birmingham Boot Camp 101.
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Approaching the holidays makes me think of a couple of things: the family freak out episodes; the rush of buying last minute gifts; and how much turkey, pumpkin pie, egg nog and leftover everything can I eat before I officially live in my sweatpants.
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Want to be healthy and lose weight? Make a lifestyle change - eat less meat and cut out refined sugars. I am not a diet person. In fact I cannot stand the word 'diet'.
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So it’s already March and as you notice the beginning buds of spring, you realize you’re a little late getting your body “beach ready”. Total Fitness gives you really basic steps to get back on the road to having that rockin’ beach body!
